Holiday in Changzhou
City in china — tips, highlights & best time to visit
Country
china
Type
City
Best time to travel
March to May and September to November (15-25 °C, pleasant). Summer hot and humid, winter cold and damp.
Budget/day
45-100 €
Getting there from Germany
Flight to Changzhou Benniu (CZX, approx. 12-15 h with layover) or to Shanghai (PVG, approx. 11 h), then high-speed train (approx. 1 h).
About Changzhou
Changzhou is a large city in Jiangsu Province, located on the Grand Canal between Nanjing and Shanghai. The city combines 2,500 years of history with one of China's most surprising tourism innovations: the China Dinosaur Park (Zhongghua Konglong Yuan), one of the largest and most visited theme parks in the country. The China Dinosaur Park covers 600,000 square meters and combines a scientific natural history museum with real dinosaur fossils and a modern amusement park with over 50 rides. The Universal Dinosaur City area offers roller coasters, water rides, and nighttime light shows. For families, it is one of the top destinations in East China. The Tianning Temple houses the Tianning Pagoda, which at 153.79 meters is the tallest wooden pagoda in the world. The 13-story pagoda was completed in 2007 and combines traditional Tang Dynasty architecture with modern engineering. From the top floor, there is a breathtaking view of the city. Changzhou has been famous for its comb culture (Changzhou Shuzi) for centuries: handcrafted boxwood combs are considered masterpieces of craftsmanship and are a popular wedding gift. The Comb Museum documents the 1,600-year history of this craft. Hongmei Park in the city center offers gardens, lakes, and historical pavilions.
Top 5 highlights in Changzhou
The places you absolutely must not miss.
China Dinosaur Park
One of the largest theme parks in China: real fossils, over 50 rides, and nighttime light shows on 600,000 m².
Tianning Pagoda
Tallest wooden pagoda in the world (153.79 m): 13 stories in Tang style with panoramic views over the entire city.
Tianning Temple
One of the most significant Buddhist temples in South China: 1,350 years of history with impressive halls and statues.
Comb Museum
1,600 years of comb culture from Changzhou: handcrafted boxwood combs as masterpieces of Chinese craftsmanship.
Hongmei Park
Historic city park with gardens, lakes, and pavilions: a green oasis in the city center with a bonsai exhibition.
Hotels in Changzhou
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Reise-SIM für Changzhou
Günstig surfen im Urlaub mit travSIM
Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
Best time to travel for Changzhou
Recommended travel time
March to May and September to November (15-25 °C, pleasant). Summer hot and humid, winter cold and damp.
Summer
28-36 °C, humid with frequent rainfall (Meiyu season June)
Winter
0-8 °C, damp and cold, occasional snow
How much does a holiday in Changzhou cost?
Average costs per person per day
Budget
20-40 €
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
45-100 €
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
110-280 €
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Visa required — Germans need a China visa. 144-hour transit visa possible when entering via Shanghai or Nanjing.
Chinese Yuan (CNY) — 1 € ≈ 7.8 CNY. WeChat Pay and Alipay dominate, cash for markets and smaller shops.
Visit Dinosaur Park during the week — extremely crowded on weekends and holidays. Secure online tickets in advance.
Climb Tianning Pagoda in the morning — fewer visitors and clear views. The ascent via the stairs is sporty but rewarding.
Changzhou comb as a souvenir — buy handcrafted boxwood combs on Nandajie Street. Pay attention to the quality seal.
Food & drink in Changzhou
These specialties you must try!
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